No. 2,566 in German
works
The German word "Werk" translates to "works" in English, meaning creations or products of labor, such as art, literature, music, or industrial works (factories/plants).
In a sentence
Die Werke dieses Künstlers sind weltberühmt.
The works of this artist are world-famous.
Here 'Werke' refers to the creative creations or art pieces of an artist, showcasing the noun form of 'work' in a specific artistic context.
Er arbeitet in einem Chemiewerk.
He works in a chemical plant.
In this sentence, 'Werk' represents an industrial plant, extending the idea of work to a physical location where it is performed.
Alles funktioniert gut mit meinen neuen Kopfhörern.
Everything works well with my new headphones.
The term 'works' here is used to denote functionality or operation, indicating the smooth performance of something.
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